Multi colour stromanthe plant is a spectacular looking plant that can be grown in pots as well as in-ground.
What makes it special:
- Easy to grow plant
- Attractive colorful leaves
- Perfect indoor plant for interior decoartion.
Stromanthe sanguinea is a synonym of Stromanthe thalia(Multi colour). Tristar is a popular cultivar that features showy olive green leaves variegated with white, cream and pink shades. Calathea has thick, glossy, oblong leaves with entire margins that are a dark green color on top and burgundy below.
Stromanthe Plants multi colour produce reddish-pink flowers in the spring, but they cannot compete with its dazzling leaves.
Plant Specifications
| Common Name | Stromanthe sanguinea triostar, Calathea Triostar, Stromanthe Triostar, Trio Star |
| Maximum Reachable Height | 3 to 5 ft |
| Flower Colour | White with orange-red sepals |
| Bloom Time | March to April |
| Difficulty Level | Very easy to grow |
Planting And Care
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Sunlight
- Calathea multi colour plants thrive in humidity and prefer indirect lighting.
Soil
- It require well-drained soil rich in organic matter.
Watering
- Apply water when the upper soil layer (1-2 inch) in the pot feels dry to touch.
- Soil must never be allowed to dry out completely.
Application of Fertilizer
- Apply organic fertilizers during spring and rainy season.
- Loosen the soil without damaging the roots. It will help the plant to uptake the nutrients and moisture easily.
Repotting
- When a plant outgrows in current pot, re-pot with fresh potting soil and some fertilizer.
- Do the re-potting late evening and keep the plant in shady area for 2 to 3 days.
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Plant Protection
- Wipe the dust from the leaves with a clean, damp cloth.
- Remove dead, decay and infected part of the plant.
- For insect attack apply neem oil or any organic insecticide.
Stromanthe Sanguinea Triostar (Multi colour) Care
Initial care for 1-2 weeks after receiving plant at your location:
- Allow your plants to settle to your location first after receiving it.
- Do not overwater them suddenly.
- Check the moisture in the soil. If it is too dry then apply water gently.
- Keep the plant in indirect bright light.
- Calathea multi colour can survive in indoor as well as outdoor conditions.
- Do not re-pot immediately after receiving it.
Key requirements to keep plant healthy:
| Sunlight | Partial sun, full sun |
| Watering | Low |
| Soil | Loamy soil |
| Temperature | 20 to 30 degrees Celsius |
| Fertilizer | Use any organic fertilizer. |
Stromanthe Sanguinea Triostar Special Feature
Stromanthe Plants Multi colour is popular as a Christmas present.
Stromanthe Sanguinea Triostar Uses
Ornamental Use:
- A Stromanthe Plant multi colour is a spectacular looking plant used for decorations in homes, shops, and offices
- Good to keep inside homes and terraces
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